Lead Field Service Technician

Res Group; Mission (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) plan with 6% company match

2 weeks PTO + 10 holidays

Job summary

RES Group is seeking a Lead Technician to lead field service technicians at utility-scale solar facilities. You will supervise maintenance of solar panels, trackers, inverters, and substations, while ensuring safety and compliance with LOTO and JHA processes.

The role demands strong leadership, hands-on electrical expertise across LV/MV/HV systems, and the ability to coordinate with stakeholders. On-site work with occasional travel and emergency response responsibilities are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in a technical field required.
• 5+ years electrical maintenance experience required.
• 3+ years medium voltage electrical work experience required.
• 2+ years high voltage electrical work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of field service technicians.
• Coordinate with plant maintenance and project stakeholders.
• Perform preventive maintenance on AC and DC power systems.
• Identify faulty or underperforming equipment and schedule repairs.
• Ensure safety protocols, LOTO practices, and JHA processes are followed.
• Interface with owners, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
• Respond to emergency calls within 1.5 hours when prioritized.

Skills

Mentoring

Team leadership

Troubleshooting DC power

Troubleshooting AC power systems

Preventive maintenance

Hand tools

Lock-out-tag-out

JHA

Safety culture

Education

Highschool Diploma/GED

Associate’s degree in technical field

Tools

SCADA systems

Multimeter

IR camera

MS Office

Job description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

The Lead Technician will lead a team of field service technicians in operating and maintaining utility scale solar facilities. This work includes preventive and corrective maintenance of on-site assets such as solar panels, trackers, power inverters, and substation components.

Requirements:

• Mentors and sets positive example for junior technicians.
• Collaborates with senior line managers for plant maintenance.
• Troubleshoots low voltage DC power systems.
• Troubleshoots low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on AC and DC power systems.
• Identifies faulty or underperforming equipment.
• Utilizes hand tools effectively and appropriately.
• Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts and consumables.
• Develops and administers site operating plans.
• Develops and implements site safety plans.
• Adheres to proper Lock-out-tag-out (LOTO) practices and procedures.
• Leads daily tailboards and conducts job hazard analysis (JHA).
• Interfaces with project stakeholders (owners, equipment manufacturers, etc.).
• Interfaces with project subcontractors.
• Represents RES in professional manner.
• Responds to physical location within 1.5 hours for emergency calls identified as a priority by Operations Control Center.
• Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Rotating on-call schedule for emergency response.
• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude

Safety

• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
• Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct "at risk" behaviors.
• Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.
• Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.

Leadership

• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
• Manages one or more direct reports.
• Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
• Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
• Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.
• Employee Development:
  • Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
  • Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.
  • Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma/GED required.
• Associate’s degree in technical field required.
• 5+ years related electrical maintenance experience required.
• 3+ years medium voltage electrical work experience required.
• 2+ years high voltage electrical work experience required.
• 2+ years managing or leading field technicians.
• Valid Driver’s License Required.
• Ability to reside with a maximum commuting distance of 60 miles from the work site to ensure availability for on-site responsibilities.
• Ability to travel 5-15%.
• OSHA 10/30 preferred.
• FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot preferred.
• Infrared Thermography (any level) preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).
• Advanced Knowledge:
  • Low voltage DC power systems
  • Low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems
    • Drawings
    • Theory
  • OSHA regulations
  • Hand tools
  • Equipment operation (skid-steer, forklift, etc)
  • Job hazard analysis (JHA) creation
  • Electrical tools (multimeter, IR camera)
  • IV curve tracing
  • ANSI/NETA MTS
  • SCADA systems

Anticipated base salary range: $38.13 - $47.66

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short TermDisability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Prorated Sick days and 10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling (5-15lbs), Pushing (5-15lbs)

Occasionally: Carrying (5-15lbs), Pinching, Lifting (5-15lbs)

Frequently: Gripping

Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Handling, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Walking, Stooping

The employee is rarely exposed to wet, noise, or vibrations in the work environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, and humidity in the work environment. The employee is constantly exposed to hazards in the word environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.